Base notes in one sentence
They form the later foundation or drydown.
Common base-note styles
Woods, musks, vanilla, amber effects, resins, patchouli, vetiver and tonka often appear in base descriptions.
Do base notes always last longest?
Often persistent, but a note name alone cannot guarantee exact wear time.
Why the drydown matters
A perfume can become warmer, softer, woodier or sweeter later than it smelled at first spray.
How to test base notes
Keep the fragrance on long enough to experience the later drydown before buying.
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